January, 2023
January always brings with it a sense of all possibilities. Fresh starts, renewed focus, another chance to do even better. This January also brings with it my fiftieth birthday, which…
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"Do not spoil what you have by desiring what you have not; remember that what you now have was once among the things you only hoped for." Epicurus
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“Realize that true happiness lies within you. Waste no time and effort searching for peace and contentment and joy in the world outside. Remember that there is no happiness in…
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“I've learned that people will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel.” Maya Angelou
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"Connection is why we're here; it is what gives meaning and purpose to our lives." Brene Brown
Member’s Only: Sylvia
https://youtu.be/Oab58crcx-QTRIGGER WARNING: domestic violence Get your tissues ready. I share one of the most meaningful experiences of my life. One of human connection and synchronicity.
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"Be a yardstick of quality. Some people aren't used to an environment where excellence is expected." Steve Jobs
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"Be thankful for what you have; you’ll end up having more. If you concentrate on what you don’t have, you will never, ever have enough." Oprah Winfrey
December, 2022
Procrastinating as usual. I’m supposed to be writing this blog post but I’m struggling to calm my mind enough to tap into my heart. Instead of writing, I decide it’s…
Affirmation
"A gladdened heart is your birthright. When you show gratitude, grace responds." Oprah
15 Journal Prompts for Shadow Work
In life, who do you feel you have let down or disappointed and why? Are you a person who asks for help? If not, why? Where did that come from?…
Journaling Tip
Having things in your own handwriting lends to a sense of self
The Becoming
Focusing on shadow this month has been hit or miss for me. I’ve spent a lot of time in denial. In a state of “Shadow? What shadow?” In other moments,…
My Two True Things: Friendship and Shadow Work
2010 2021 1989 1991 2018 2009 2002 1989 2004 1993 2011 Driving through the night with music blaring, my heart is overflowing. What a great day. These types of days…
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Permanence is imagined. Sharing your story breaks chains off of you and generations to come. Get those stories out of you!
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[paraphrased] "You can't see a whole sphere at once. The perspective of the truth of that sphere changes depending on the perspective of the viewer." Matias De Stefano
Gratitude
It’s easy to give into the shadows. Gratitude helps bring light into the darkness.
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"Meditation gives you the opportunity to get still and process what you've been through so that those experiences don't have to spill over into other places like your dreams." The…
Types of Shadow Work Journaling
Don't mind the messy handwriting! It's so hard to write on a phone or tablet! lol I made a list of the different types of journaling that I have done…
Advice From Spomie
A lesson in releasing and returning to love... Me: “Spomie, what should I do about this situation? Should I have a conversation about it with them?” Spomie: “No.” Me: “Not…